Young Catholic Scholars - Writing Workshop
St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center
…from him to whom much is given, much will be required. (Luke 12:48)
Introductions
Speaker: Charlotte Ostermann - background, motivation, promise
{ Excerpts of
published writing - Copies available}
How
to Benefit from this Workshop
* Humility, a teachable spirit
* Vision, a see-through spirit
* Energy, a will-do spirit
Categories
of Problems
1.
Content - Double check your facts
{Sample paper, yellow pencil - practice
together}
2. Mechanics - Read out
loud, exchange with a friend, get help
{Sample paper, red pencil - practice
together}
{Handout - Mechanics Issues}
3.
Grammar/Expression/Style - Be well read yourself,
ask for input
{Sample paper, green pencil - practice
together}
{Handout - Usage Issues}
(Handout - Recommended
4. Structure - Clear
thinking, thesis control, what is your purpose?
{Handout - Process and Structure}
Working
with your 'Editor'
A deadline is a good thing!
Know your schedule - plan and prepare - respect your teachers
Get a copy of your paper to me at least 2 days in advance of
meeting
Do your homework before resubmitting